PNW Custom

06/26/2026

Since we’ve officially started shipping our Nomad pre-orders, it’s time for a proper introduction! ✨

The PNW Custom Nomad is a completely new way to experience reef keeping. Designed to safely transport and display a thriving reef anywhere, it’s unlike anything else available.

We’re incredibly excited to get these into everyone’s hands. Every Nomad is hand-built, individually tested, and carefully inspected before it leaves our shop. That takes a little extra time, but we’d rather build something we’re truly proud of than rush it out the door.

This has been an awesome collaboration with , and we’re just getting started. We’ve already shipped around 30% of our pre-orders, so if you haven’t received your shipping notification yet, it’s coming soon!

Thank you all for your patience and support, we can’t wait to see where you take your Nomad.

06/25/2026

Two micro tanks ✨ our 1 Gallon Small-In-One and our 40oz Micro Tank

06/22/2026

Take a close-up look at our new Micro Reef Controller with ! This exciting addition for our Micro Tank and Small-In-One aquariums is a powerful tool to monitor your tank’s performance from anywhere. Our new Small-In-One Nomad has our Micro Reef Controller built into the stand.

06/21/2026

Meet Gabe from ! 👋

We’re proud to partner with Oceanic Gardens on all of our Plug-N-Play Kits, bringing you healthy, beginner-friendly corals that make starting a reef aquarium easier than ever.

Located in Illinois, Gabe is able to safely ship corals across the country. We ship your aquarium first so you can get everything set up, then your coral package arrives shortly after to complete your reef.

It’s a simple, approachable way to get started in the saltwater hobby, and we’re excited to continue offering this unique experience nationwide!

06/20/2026

It was awesome getting to show off our new Nomad tank with , who has been one of our supporters since the very beginning! Check out his walkthrough video at NY, full video can be found on his YouTube channel.

06/19/2026

🚨 Limited number of Captive Bred Micro Scolymia Corals are now available on our site!

These Micro Scolymia are truly something special because they are fully captive spawned, meaning they have never come from the ocean at any point in their life cycle. They have been raised entirely in aquarium systems under artificial lighting, aquarium nutrient levels, and captive water parameters.

Because of this, they don’t have to make the difficult transition that wild-collected corals face when moving from a natural reef to a home aquarium. They’re already adapted to aquarium life and have spent their entire lives growing in conditions similar to what they’ll experience in your reef tank.

In addition to being a more sustainable choice that helps reduce pressure on wild reefs, captive-bred corals are helping shape the future of reef keeping. They offer hobbyists the opportunity to grow and enjoy corals that are not only beautiful, but also naturally suited for long-term success in aquarium environments!

06/18/2026

LIVE ROCKSCAPES ARE HERE! 🔥🪨 Start your reef tank with a fully cycled, handcrafted live rockscape. Each scape is one-of-a-kind, carefully built from premium Marco rock, and has spent months cycling to establish a healthy population of beneficial bacteria.

Available now for:
🐚 40oz Micro Tank
🐚 1G Small-In-One
🐚 1.5G Small-In-One

Limited quantities available! ⬇️
https://www.pnw-custom.com/product-page/cycled-live-rock-scape

06/17/2026

We've put together our recommended clean up crew for every PNW Custom tank size, from the 40oz Micro Reef all the way up to the 5 Gallon XL. Plus, tips on when to add them, how many to start with, and why smaller is better for micro tanks. 🐚

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One of the most exciting milestones in a new saltwater aquarium is adding your first clean up crew. These hardworking animals help keep your tank looking its best by consuming algae, leftover food, and detritus before it can become a problem.